© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
1 Heller
1838 year| Copper | - | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Free imperial city of Frankfurt (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free City (1372-1866) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1838 |
| Value | 1 Heller (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Gulden (1838-1866) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#93598 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
3-line inscription with date and denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
HELLER
1838
Interesting fact
The 1 Heller 1838 coin was minted during a time of economic and political change in the German States. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Francis II, who was the last Holy Roman Emperor and the first Emperor of Austria. The coin's design features the imperial eagle on one side and the Frankfurt coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the city's status as a free imperial city within the Holy Roman Empire. It's worth noting that the coin was made of copper, which was a common material for coins at the time. Copper was chosen for its durability and affordability, as it was less expensive than other metals like gold or silver. Despite its relatively low value, the 1 Heller 1838 coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today, with some mint conditions selling for hundreds of dollars.
